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Stock Market Crash LIVE: Sensex at day's low, tanks 2,120 pts, Nifty near 23,100; Brent tops $116

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates, Thursday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap indices were trading 3.06 per cent and 2.76 per cent down, respectively

Stock Market Crash LIVE: Sensex at day's low, tanks 2,120 pts, Nifty near 23,100; Brent tops $116
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:45 PM IST

OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro with 55dB ANC launched: Check price, features

OnePlus has launched the Nord Buds 4 Pro in India at Rs 3,999, with a limited-time price of Rs 3,799, offering 55dB ANC, Bluetooth 6.0 and up to 54 hours of battery life

OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro with 55dB ANC launched: Check price, features
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:45 PM IST

Tremendous opportunity for FPIs to invest in India: Sebi's Varshney

Sebi WTM Kamlesh Chandra Varshney says recent market correction has made Indian equities attractive for FPIs, while highlighting opportunities for Russian firms to raise capital and list locally

Tremendous opportunity for FPIs to invest in India: Sebi's Varshney
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:44 PM IST

New Zealand to tighten immigration rules, expand checks on applicants

Proposed Bill extends deportation liability to 20 years and increases jail terms for migrant exploitation to a decade

New Zealand to tighten immigration rules, expand checks on applicants
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:40 PM IST

Central Mine Planning IPO: Brokerages split on prospects; should you apply?

The unlisted shares of Central Mine Planning were trading almost flat at ₹175, up ₹3 or 1.7 per cent compared to the issue price of ₹172 per share, according to sources tracking unofficial markets

Central Mine Planning IPO: Brokerages split on prospects; should you apply?
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:30 PM IST

HDFC Bank share price crash: These mutual funds may see the biggest hit

HDFC Bank share price plunged 8.6 per cent intraday, hitting a 52-week low. Here's how the fall impacts mutual funds, top MFs with highest exposure, and which funds increased or cut exposure in Q3FY26

HDFC Bank share price crash: These mutual funds may see the biggest hit
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:29 PM IST

Mahindra Lifespace aims ₹3,000 cr revenue from new Mumbai housing project

Spanning 25.47 acres, the project is among the largest developments in Mumbai's central suburbs and is envisioned as an integrated lifestyle destination

Mahindra Lifespace aims ₹3,000 cr revenue from new Mumbai housing project
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:27 PM IST

BharatPe appoints Himanshu Verma as head of its POS business unit

He will focus on driving merchant adoption, strengthening distribution, and scaling the company's offline payments ecosystem

BharatPe appoints Himanshu Verma as head of its POS business unit
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:26 PM IST

Volatility is back- so is value in equities: Axis MF lists quality themes

Stock picking with a focus on growth at reasonable valuations will remain the cornerstone of performance, with a clear preference for domestic-oriented sectors over export-heavy plays.

Volatility is back- so is value in equities: Axis MF lists quality themes
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:21 PM IST

Missed a toll payment? Under new rules, it could now cost you twice

New rules introduce e-notices and penalties, with unpaid dues doubling if not cleared in time

Missed a toll payment? Under new rules, it could now cost you twice
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:18 PM IST

Centre offers insurance support as SMEs face cash-flow strain from Iran war

New Delhi ‌launched a ₹497 crore ($53.26 ​million) scheme ‌to support insurance cover for ‌shipments moving through the affected corridors ‌to stabilise ​costs and ​prevent order cancellation

Centre offers insurance support as SMEs face cash-flow strain from Iran war
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:17 PM IST

ICICI Bank, ICICI Pru Life slip up to 4% as Prudential explores JV exit

UK-based Prudential Plc is considering a divestment of its stake in ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, its long-standing joint venture with ICICI Bank, according to a Business Standard report

ICICI Bank, ICICI Pru Life slip up to 4% as Prudential explores JV exit
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:14 PM IST

ACME Solar Holdings, NTPC Green Energy jump up to 9% in weak market

At 12:22 PM, ACME Solar shares were trading 4.67 per cent higher at ₹260.1 per share, and NTPC Green Energy's share price was up 2.27 per cent at ₹100.09 per share

ACME Solar Holdings, NTPC Green Energy jump up to 9% in weak market
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:04 PM IST

HMSI to invest ₹1,500 crore on new production line at Tapukara plant

It will also generate employment opportunities for over 2,000 people, further contributing to development of the region

HMSI to invest ₹1,500 crore on new production line at Tapukara plant
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:03 PM IST

Pollution and kids' health: Doctors decode early signs you might miss

From a lingering cough to unusual fatigue, experts explain early warning signs of pollution-related health issues in children and when parents should seek help

Pollution and kids' health: Doctors decode early signs you might miss
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 2:02 PM IST

PM Modi invites global investors to invest, make, innovate in power sector

India is evolving into a reliable energy partner in building resilient supply chains, advancing battery manufacturing, creating green jobs, and enabling investments through bold reforms, Modi added

PM Modi invites global investors to invest, make, innovate in power sector
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 1:48 PM IST

Pak won't tolerate use of Afghan soil for conduct of terrorism: Asim Munir

Referring to Operation Ghazab lil Haq (Righteous Fury), Munir reiterated the resolve to eliminate terrorists and their infrastructure operating against Pakistan

Pak won't tolerate use of Afghan soil for conduct of terrorism: Asim Munir
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 1:47 PM IST

IPL 2026: Ponting backs Jansen's late arrival after T20 World Cup duty

Jansen, a key member of the PBKS unit, will join the squad on March 26. Ponting and majority of foreign players are set to link up with the team on March 21

IPL 2026: Ponting backs Jansen's late arrival after T20 World Cup duty
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 1:41 PM IST

Iran war likely to prevent BoE from cutting rates as previously anticipated

For the Bank of England, it's likely to mean that inflation will not fall to its target rate of 2 per cent as soon as expected and will lead to a higher price profile for the rest of the year

Iran war likely to prevent BoE from cutting rates as previously anticipated
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 1:40 PM IST

IPL 2026: Simarjeet, Asif, Warrier in race to replace Harshit Rana for KKR

KKR's pace resources have been hit hard by Rana's ligament strain in the right knee, sustained during India's T20 World Cup warm-up against South Africa

IPL 2026: Simarjeet, Asif, Warrier in race to replace Harshit Rana for KKR
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 1:38 PM IST